Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez is convinced the Champions League can help their Premier League tilt.

While Liverpool are now out of the competition, nearest rivals Manchester United, Chelsea and tonight's opponents Arsenal are all involved.

Benitez said: "Hopefully the other teams around us are distracted by the Champions League. When you are playing in two massive competitions it can be difficult and so we have to be ready if other teams make a mistake.

"We've had a full week to prepare for Arsenal which has been good because we have been able to look at all of the small details.

"It will be hard for Arsenal to lose fourth place in the table now so I think their main emphasis will be on the Champions League. They have to play all of the top three so it would send a good message if we can beat them tonight."